benefit (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbɛnɪfɪt/

Definition

A good or helpful result or effect.

Examples

• The new medicine had many benefits for patients.

• Regular exercise offers great benefits for your health.

• She received a financial benefit from her job.

How to Use benefit

benefit from (prepositional phrase)

To get help or an advantage from something. — "Students will benefit from the new library."

receive benefit (collocation)

To get a positive result or advantage. — "She will receive a benefit from the training."

Synonyms of benefit

Words with a similar meaning to benefit:

• help
• advantage
• gain
• perk

Antonyms of benefit

Words with the opposite meaning to benefit:

• disadvantage
• harm
• loss

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